Blog Archive: June 2013

Educational Counselor/Tutor Coordinator
Center for Academic Resources (CFAR)
Years Worked at UNH: 2
What does health mean to you?: Health is the ability to thrive physically, mentally, spiritually, socially…it’s having something for every dimension of wellness.
What do you do to make a Healthy UNH?: I like to stay active when I can. I built a standing work station, I go for a walk, run or work out on my lunch breaks or at the end of the day. I try to be as social as I can and engage with the... Read More

People are constantly being told that “Fats are bad”, and many people will spend lots of time and money to completely rid their diet of fat. The truth is, that we need fats. Fat is actually necessary for you to lose weight. It all depends on the source of food you are getting it from!
The fats to avoid are trans fats and saturated fats. These fats are often found to be culprits in packaged foods such as french fries, margarine, cake mixes, and Ramen noodles. These fats will raise LDL (bad... Read More

Information Technologist
Research Computing Center
Years Worked at UNH: 2
What does health mean to you?: It means taking care of myself – body and mind. I find that happiness is the key. You can’t truly be healthy if you aren't happy.
What do you do to make a Healthy UNH?: I use the Employee Fitness Center, and run on the indoor track when it’s available. I participate in Healthy Returns and the USNH Wellness Connection, and I did the Stress Eraser program. I also run the UNH Homecoming 5K in... Read More

Do you often find yourself being anxious, stressed, or tense? Have you ever considered trying meditation to help you overcome these feelings? Meditation has been shown to improve mental health, physical well being, and achieve an overall feeling of inner peace. When taking part in meditation you will learn to let go of all thoughts and enter a state of consciousness. This state can bring you the serenity and clarity you have been searching for. This is a great way to clear your mind of... Read More

Dietary Supplements have become a staple in many Americans diets today. There are hundreds of different dietary supplements available on market shelves and it can be overwhelming trying to decipher which products are both safe and effective. One important thing to note is that the FDA does not monitor the production and safety of supplements—that is the manufacturer’s job. This is why it is extra important to make sure you are purchasing from a reliable source! When consuming a healthy diet... Read More

Today "food" is comprised of so many different additives and chemicals in order to make it edible and appealing for a consumer to purchase and eat. Recently there has been a lot of controversy over which chemicals and substances are dangerous and how all of these additives can affect us down the line. I don't know about you, but having weird additives in my food that I don't know are safe or not kind of creeps me out. Luckily, nutrition professionals Mira and Jayson Calton, authors of Rich Food... Read More

Two weeks ago I toured around different parts of Italy. Italy is obviously home to the most delicious food in the world, in my opinion. The cities are beautiful and so much fun, but the food is what sold me. This is no Olive Garden. Italian food is part of the Mediterranean diet so it is considered quite healthy, to the surprise of many. There are three major differences between genuine Italian cuisine and what Americans think is Italian. First, the quality of the ingredients is crucial in... Read More

I’ve always loved to sing. I grew up in a musical family, where we were constantly performing for and with each other. There’s nothing I enjoy more than harmonizing with my siblings. There’s something special about singing in harmony with others—your personal responsibility to hold your own part, while acknowledging others and blending with their voices. It’s an awesome experience to produce a balanced oneness among different voices. It requires practice, patience, and motivation, but the end... Read More

I am taking a world religions class originally to simply fulfill my general education requirement, but I have come to realize that it is more important than I thought. It is especially crucial for those going into the nutrition field to study different religious dietary rules and practices in order to be successful in helping an individual reach their nutrition goals.
Hindus believe that all living things are equal therefore they are lacto-vegetarian and fruitarian. They do not eat meat for... Read More

Breakfast is one of my favorite parts of each morning. It’s the
first meal of the day and there are so many delicious choices available. While
I love eating an extravagant breakfast every now and then, I am always on the
lookout for healthy breakfast options that taste good and will fuel me through
the day. Breakfast is an important meal because not only does it get your
metabolism moving, it also is what fuels you through a good portion of the day
until lunch! An article released by the... Read More